Carb free and fat free??

July24Lioness

I am not saying that you are wrong. I am arguing against a no carb or heavily restricted low carb diet. I am not saying to go out and eat 300 carbs a day. The most important thing is to eat a balanced diet not eliminating any food type but just making healthier choices. I myself eat 100 to 150 carbs a day. I make sure they are good carbs. That is what works for me. Do I think it is healthy to eat a no carb diet for a long period of time no. And that is what my posts have been about. Extremely restrictive or no carb diets. I see what you are saying but I think we are talking about two different diets. I think you are talking about a balanced diet or carb reduced diet which I agree with you is beneficial. I was talking about diets that completely eliminate carbohydrates from a diet. I am sorry for the misunderstanding. The funny thing is I agree with the type of diet you are talking about I was just refering to the more extreme diets. I did read some of the articles from Gary Taubes he is a smart man. I like that he advocates dieting in healthy balanced way.

Yeah it's cool, I think I jumped the gun at your post a bit yesterday. I think I need to clarify at times that I'm not advocating a zero carb diet.

Funny enough, a lot of stringent followers of Taubes DO advocate a zero or very low carb diet. I tried it for a couple days, but definitely not for me. Some with other health problems swear by it, so eh, if it works and helps them, good on them I suppose.

now zero carbs....does that mean no fruits and veggies?...or do they not count natural carbs?...because i could never live without my fruits and veggies lol

Here is all the information you would ever want to know about Zero Carb lifestyle.

I can't do it because it is toooooo boring. Basically all you eat is beef. Fatty beef, steaks and water.......

Too boring, but I know someone that cured her eating disorder eating this way and she has been maintaining her weight for 5 or 6 years now. She is lean and muscular and she says she isn't bored eating that way because her taste buds don't require any variety and she enjoys eating the same thing day in and day out..........

http://forum.zeroinginonhealth.com/

July24Lioness

Personally, I am enjoying my HIGH FAT, moderate protein and eating nuts, seeds, fruits and veggies following the Primal Blue Print plan.

Mark Sisson's book has been working wonders for me.

BamaRose0107

Congratulations on finding a diet that works for you. That is a big part of the battle. You seem very passionate about the diet however there are some people that are physically unable to do a no carb diet for medical reasons beyond its just boring. Truly respect what you have accomplished. Good Luck on the rest of your jorney.

July24Lioness

Congratulations on finding a diet that works for you. That is a big part of the battle. You seem very passionate about the diet however there are some people that are physically unable to do a no carb diet for medical reasons beyond its just boring. Truly respect what you have accomplished. Good Luck on the rest of your jorney.

Well, I am not doing a NO carb plan, but a controlled carb plan. I couldn't make it with the boring and limited amount of foods that a couple of friends eat.

I enjoy eating an array of fruits and vegetables along with different cuts and types of meats. Not to mention nuts, eggs, seeds and such............